Notes, summaries, assignments, exams, and exercises for English for Secondary education

The Reality of Eating Disorders

This mindset often causes teenagers to stop eating or avoid school because they fear being humiliated by their peers. How would you feel if I told you that at least 30 million people of all ages and genders suffer from an eating disorder in the U.S.? Are you impressed? Shocked?

The Pressure to Conform

Body image has destroyed many lives, as it can lead to anorexia, bulimia, eating disorders, bullying, or cyberbullying. Many teenagers look up to models, which makes them change their appearances to look "good" and "satisfied." But does it really work? Would you feel satisfied if someone made an offensive comment about your body and forced you to change into someone else? I wouldn't. I wouldn't let myself stop eating...

Complaint Regarding English Courses in London

I am writing this letter of complaint about your English courses in London. The accommodation was in a family house, but I had requested a hotel with boys and girls around fifteen years old, like me. The school was in bad condition, the teachers were not serious, and they did not provide oral lessons. They did not teach me what I wanted. I feel that it was a waste of time and money because I did nothing.

Dissatisfaction with San Bernardo Holiday

I went on holiday with my family to San Bernardo. I wanted a place where we could relax and have fun, but San Bernardo was the wrong choice. We ordered a taxi, but it was very unpunctual, so we had to wait for thirty minutes. The hotel was in bad condition,...

Irregular Verbs in English: Complete List with Spanish Translations

English Listening Practice: At the Dentist

Hello? Hello, Mr. Savage? Is John there? Yes, Mr. Savage. What is the matter? Why have you come late? Well, it depends. What is the problem? I have a toothache. I will ring for a dentist appointment. I see. I am sorry. What did you say? Don't worry about it now. Yes, goodbye.

Improving Workplace Efficiency

At present, I am working in an office. I like my job very much; I earn proper money and I have a good relationship with my workmates. However, I think that my company should change something. In my opinion, people waste their time going out to have a cigarette. If we had a smoking room, we would return faster to our workplace. Moreover, we could work one extra hour per day; then on Friday, we could...

The Hostage and the Rescue Plan

1. They were unusual people: the man did all the housework, and the woman stayed in her bedroom all day.
2. A) She had heard her crying. B) For about five days.
3. Bread.
4. She planned to confirm that the woman in the bedroom was Christine Farrow. If it was, she would open the front door to Ahmed and two other policemen.
5. He thought it could be very dangerous.

The Secret of Queen Axtarte's Tomb

1. There was a mountain whose top looked like a snake with its head raised and another with rocks that looked like a sitting man. Farrow said the pillar from the Temple of Karnak had words written on it meaning: "A snake with a raised head and a sitting man guard the tomb of Queen Axtarte."
2. The entrance was somewhere between the legs of the

The Art of Storytelling: From Idea to Draft

Humans are natural storytellers. However, when it comes to writing a compelling story, you may feel stumped, even if you possess a vivid imagination and countless great ideas. The goal is to create something original, not a cliché! To write a successful story, you must first get inspired, then develop your content, and finally, revise your work until you have crafted the best narrative possible. If you want to write a good short story, follow these simple steps:

Finding Inspiration: Observing the World Around You

To write a compelling story, whether short or long, you must keep your eyes and ears open at all times. Listen to the world and allow it to inspire you! This constant observation will reveal...

My typical weekend.

On Friday evening, I usually stay in. My friend Ion sometimes comes to my house and we play computer games or surf the internet.

On Saturday, I often go to Manchester to watch a football match with my dad and my sister.

Then, in the evening, I always go out with my parents.

On Sunday morning, I never get up early. In the afternoon, I usually meet my friends and play sport. Our favourite sports are swimming and football. I usually do my homework!

My Favourite TV Programme

My favourite TV programme is the American series, Smallville. I like it because the stories in the programme are great. I also think that it's exciting.

In the series, Clark Kent is a teenager. He lives with his family in the quiet of Smallville. He goes to school...

1. Vocabulary

• 1.1 Today is the last day to sign up for the exhibition.
• 1.2 We'll set up all the equipment in the auditorium; it'll take about an hour.
• 1.3 Our shipping manager, Jack, can provide answers to your questions about...
• 1.4 Let's go over the sales figures together to prepare for the meeting on Tuesday.
• 1.5 They had a wonderful display.
• 1.6 I'd like to hold a meeting with the department heads on the 5th of June.
• 1.7 Mr. Evans' opening remarks.
• 1.8 High shipping costs are a major problem for exporters.

2. Meeting Essentials

Staff meeting, laser pointer, handout, brainstorming session, light refreshments.

• 2.1 At the beginning of the meeting, you must hand out the financial report to the board.
• 2.2 You'll need a laser pointer when giving your presentation.

Consumer Choices: Brand Names

Many television companies offer their viewers the possibility of buying branded products. While many people purchase brand-name items, some do so even when they cannot truly afford them.

Advantages of Branded Products

• Simplified Shopping: Buying branded products can make shopping easier for some consumers.
• Assured Quality and Service: People often purchase branded items for their perceived quality and reliable service.
• Extensive Advertising: Branded products are frequently advertised, often on television channels, to highlight their features. This extensive promotion helps consumers make informed shopping decisions.

Disadvantages of Branded Products

• High Cost: Branded items are typically very expensive.
• Inconsistent Quality:

Event Vocabulary and Campaign Terms

• Publicize — publicity / DIVULGAR / PUBLICITAT
• Meet — meeting / CONEIXER / TROBAR-SE
• Organize — organization / ORGANITZAR / ORGANITZACIÓ
• March — march
• Donate — donation / DONAR / DONACIÓ
• Collect — collection / RECOLLIR / COL·LECCIÓ
• Protest — protest / PROTESTAR
• Volunteer — volunteer / VOLUNTARIS
• Support — supporters / SUPORT
• Sponsor — sponsors / PATROCINADORS
• Petition — petition / PETICIONS
• Ban — ban / PROHIBIR
• Boycott — boycott / BOICOTEJAR
• Campaign — campaign / CAMPANYA

Grammar: Future Forms and Conditionals

Will

Form: Subject + will / won’t + infinitive

EXAMPLE: Arnau will be an astronaut.

EXAMPLE: I won’t get married.

Present Continuous

Form: I’m / He, She, It is / You, We, They are +...